For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,032 students in 65781, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 65781, MO are Willard North Elementary School, Willard East Elementary School and Willard Intermediate North. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 65781 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 65781, MO have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 65781, MO Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Willard North Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
409 Farmer Rd
Willard, MO 65781
(417) 742-2597
Willard, MO 65781
(417) 742-2597
Gr: PK-4 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Willard East Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
518 Kime
Willard, MO 65781
(417) 742-4639
Willard, MO 65781
(417) 742-4639
Gr: PK-4 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #33.
Willard Intermediate North
(Math: 51% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
407 Farmer Rd
Willard, MO 65781
(417) 742-4242
Willard, MO 65781
(417) 742-4242
Gr: 5-6 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 65781, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 65781, MO include Willard North Elementary School, Willard East Elementary School and Willard Intermediate North.
How many public elementary schools are located in 65781?
3 public elementary schools are located in 65781.
What is the racial composition of students in 65781?
65781 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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